Development Manager

Development Manager
Plymouth
Permanent

We are seeking a Development Manager to join a growing team delivering Build-to-Rent (BTR) schemes in and around Plymouth. This is a key role focused on coordinating projects from early planning stages through to completion and handover, ensuring the smooth and compliant delivery of residential apartment schemes, including change-of-use developments for the rental market.

Responsibilities:

* Coordinate developments from planning approval through to practical completion and handover

* Act as a central point of contact between design teams, construction teams, consultants, and stakeholders

* Ensure all contractual information, documentation, and obligations are clearly understood and managed

* Oversee the procurement and coordination of utilities and service connections

* Monitor project progress to ensure delivery is in line with programme timelines and key milestones

* Track and manage project budgets, highlighting risks and ensuring cost control

* Liaise with funders, investors, and internal stakeholders, providing regular updates and reports

* Support the management of planning conditions, compliance, and statutory approvals

* Ensure developments are delivered in line with Build-to-Rent operational requirements and standards

* Assist in the handover process, ensuring units are delivered ready for occupation and letting

Requirements:

* Proven experience in a Development role

* MRICS or near to completion

* Background in residential development, Build-to-Rent or change-of-use schemes would be advantageous.

* Strong understanding of the development lifecycle from planning through to delivery

* Knowledge of contracts, planning processes, and project delivery frameworks

* Ability to manage multiple stakeholders including funders and external consultants

* Commercial awareness with experience in budget monitoring and programme management

* Highly organised with strong communication and coordination skills

Desirable

* Experience working on apartment schemes or large-scale residential developments

* Exposure to funding structures or investor reporting

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven development professional to play a key role in delivering high-quality rental accommodation schemes across Plymouth. You will be instrumental in ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, compliantly, and to a high standard, supporting the successful transformation of buildings into modern rental apartments.

How to Apply: Apply as instructed or call (phone number removed) and ask for Abbie or Jo for a confidential chat